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to welt
01
to whip or strike someone harshly
Transitive: to welt sb
02
to add or apply a raised edge or border to something, often by sewing or stitching
Transitive: to welt clothes or upholstery
Welt
01
a raised or strengthened seam
02
a raised mark on the skin (as produced by the blow of a whip); characteristic of many allergic reactions
welt
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welter
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welter
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Example
The cruel taskmaster would welt the disobedient slaves as a form of punishment.
In historical accounts, prisoners were often welted for minor offenses.
The oppressive ruler ordered the guards to welt the captured rebels for defiance.
The strict teacher threatened to welt students who broke the school rules.
The disciplinary measures included welting those who dared to resist.
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